Nutrient Analysis of Atkins Sample
Diets
*% Daily values are based on a 2000-kcal diet deriving
30% of total energy from fat (10% each from saturated,
monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats), and 15%
total energy from protein.
In addition to having very high protein content and
low carbohydrate content, the menus at all three stages
are very high in saturated fat and cholesterol. The
menus are also low in fiber. In addition, these sample
menus do not reach Daily Values for calcium and iron.
The Induction menu does not meet the Daily Values for
vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and thiamin. The Weight
Loss menu is low on folate and thiamin.
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